Modem - Details.. (where are the details.)

[greeny]

Hi to all......

I have some very conflicting replies,,, yet each was informative in its own way.

The chap is coming to get me in tomorrow, and I need some Real info after all I have read,,,,,,
so, I'll cut to the chase.... ha ha.

1)Why when clicking on modems within XP does a person only get taken to an area where an account can
be set up?
2)Why is there NO access to a settings dialogue within XP

3)Is this a Bill G thing? and, if so, Why?

4)Why is it all aimed at B/Band? Would I see the same if I used XP and dial-up? Like,
would I be able to access a 'setttings' dialogue in XP using dun? (is so simple using my set-up on
my computer.)

5)Why has XP made it impossible to 'tickle' areas that need tickling?

Anyway,, I will be in front of his computer within 18hrs,,,,, any info before I go, based on what
I know, would be appreciated..... will check in the morning.
So far, it looks like I 'cant' access any settings, I cant use the link given concerning "keeping
alive" (cos its only good for dun) and I cant do anything re: what smlunatick said til he answers
the post I place an hour ago.... (hope he is awake.)

Tia

 

[greeny]

Some broadband modems have a configuration setting in them that is used to
accomplish the same thing. By default they are usually disabled. If they
are also using an external router many of them also have one in them that
can be turned on but I've had better success activating it on the modem
itself when it's available. With out knowing the make/model of the device
it's almost impossible point where to find it, if the model does support it.

What brand/model of broadband modem is being used?
Is a router also being used to share the broadband modem to more than one
computer? If so, what brand/model is the router?

hi 'Glow'.......

i have been back to his house,, and the modem was/is one that was supplied by mr Richard
Branson.. it is their/his modem via their 'virgin.com' scenario.
i believe i have isolated it to just that,, that the modem itself is simply bluddy faulty.
(either that or the whole company is.... take your pick..!!)

it is apparently Still dropping out when inactive for a few minutes, and i am apparently being
picked-up tomorrow in order to be in front of his screen while he phones them.
(not sure i like the term,, "being picked up" ha ha.)

will keep you posted

tia